Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges

Criminal Defense Attorney in Solano County

When you face assault with a deadly weapon charges, it means you are accused of attacking or assaulting another with any sort of deadly weapon or through the use of force. The difference between this charge and "simple assault" is that it is likely to cause great bodily injury to another. A deadly weapon can be any kind of object that is likely to cause great bodily injury or death. Hands and feet are included within the definition of a deadly weapon. In order to be considered "great bodily injury", the harm can't be trivial or even moderate.

At Petty and Warshawsky, Attorneys at Law, we have successfully defended clients accused of all types of violent crimes. The penalties and punishments for assault with a deadly weapon can be severe and life-changing. We have over 35 years of combined experience in criminal defense and take great pride in effective and inventive legal strategies designed to secure the best possible outcome on your behalf. It is vital that you retain an effective and aggressive Vacaville criminal defense lawyer to prepare your defense.

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This assault offense can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony. In some cases, we can negotiate having your charges reduced from a felony or misdemeanor. If an individual is convicted of a misdemeanor, the penalties can include a fine up to $10,000 and a maximum of 1 year in the county jail. In addition, restitution may be ordered as well as community service. When convicted of a felony, there is also a fine that can reach $10,000. It will be a strike on the person's record and they will be sentenced to 2-4 years in a state prison.

Persons accused of assault with a deadly weapon can be completely innocent of the charges. Sometimes the accuser does so out of anger or a desire to get back at the accused. If you have been accused, you may have been acting in self-defense and never had an intention to hurt anyone. There are other defenses that can be used to win your case. Considering the punishments that you or a loved one may be facing, we feel it is important that you have competent representation.

When you decide that you want aggressive and proven criminal defense, contact a criminal defense attorney in Solano County